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Dear Residents, Families and Friends:
 
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is becoming more widespread in the U.S. and around the world. We have been working diligently to ensure our team is prepared.   Our main focus has and continues to be control and compliance – control by building barriers against the spread and compliance with policies and protocols.  We are acting with an abundance of caution, reinforcing our policies and procedures for contagious illnesses, and implementing recommendations from CDC, local and state guidelines.   
 
For the continued safety and wellbeing of our residents and team members, we have taken  appropriate steps to minimize public access to our communities.   We have canceled events inviting the public, cancelled large group meetings, and are controlling access of all vendors and healthcare partners. 
 
Effective as of today’s date, we will no longer permit families and friends to visit in person for a period of at least the next thirty days.   We encourage you to remain in contact with your loved ones via telephone and video calls. Our communities will make cell phones and other digital equipment available to residents who may not have cell phones. Team members will assist to schedule and help set up such calls, if needed. 
 
Should an emergency situation arise requiring an in-person visit, our team will contact you immediately and coordinate your visit to ensure the wellbeing of our residents and team. Please do not hesitate to contact the executive director of the community if you have any questions or concerns. We regret the inconvenience this will cause. We will continue to provide you with periodic communication on new developments and welcome your questions.
 
Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us keep everyone healthy and safe during this time.    
 
With gratitude,
 
Maria Oliva
 
Maria Oliva
Chief Operating Officer


Take steps to protect yourself

Wash your hands often

  • Scrub with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact  with people who are sick and put  distance between yourself and other   people 

Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions  like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself. 


Take steps to protect others

Stay home if you’re sick except to get medical care. 

  • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.
  • Throw used tissues in the trash.
  •  Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.  

Wear a facemask if you are sick.

  • Wear a facemask when you are around other people and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then people who are caring for you should wear a facemask if they enter your room. 
  • If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). 

Clean and disinfect

  • Frequently touched surfaces, including tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks should be cleaned daily.


What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)  

  • Stay home except to get medical care. 
  • Call ahead before visiting your doctor.
  • Wear a facemask when you are around other people or pets and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. 
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes.
  • Avoid sharing personal household items (drinking glasses, towels, bedding, etc.) 
  •  Clean your hands often. 
  • Clean all “high-touch” surfaces daily. 
  •  Monitor your symptoms. 

For more information:   www.cdc.gov/COVID19


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30 South Wacker Drive, Suite 1300
Chicago, IL  60606
Phone: 1-888-342-4111